Overview
Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. You can explore by boat among hippos, or walk and cycle safely among giraffe and zebra.
Duration
2 nights · 3 days
Best Time to Visit
Year-round. It is at its best in the dry months, June to October and December to March.
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Kenya: The Great Safari →What You'll See
Hippos & fish eagles
Seen at close range from the water.
Crescent Island
A sanctuary where giraffe, zebra and wildebeest roam free.
Hell's Gate National Park
Towering cliffs and a dramatic gorge.
Birdlife
More than 400 species recorded around the lake.
What You'll Do
- Take a boat safari among the hippo pods
- Walk among giraffe on Crescent Island
- Cycle through Hell's Gate National Park
- Hike the Hell's Gate gorge with a Maasai guide
Sample Itinerary
Day by Day
- 1
Day 1
Arrive at Naivasha
Scenic drive down into the Rift Valley. Sunset boat ride on the lake.
- 2
Day 2
Crescent Island & Hell's Gate
Morning walking safari on Crescent Island, afternoon cycling and gorge hike.
- 3
Day 3
Depart
Birdwatching by the lake before moving on.
Every itinerary is fully tailor-made. We'll adjust the pace, hotels and experiences to suit you.
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